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Dr. Trent Howard, DO
Thoracic Surgery* Age 51
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Dr. Trent Howard, DO is a Thoracic Surgery Specialist in Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Trent Howard, DO

Thoracic Surgery* Age 51
Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
15 years of experience
Dr. Trent Howard, DO is a Thoracic Surgery Specialist in Des Moines, IA.

About Dr. Trent Howard, DO

Dr. Howard graduated from Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011 and completed a residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. Dr. Trent Howard, DO is a Thoracic Surgery Specialist in Des Moines, IA and has 15 years experience. Dr. Howard's office accepts new patients. Dr. Howard is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Abdominal Pain
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Adult Congenital Heart Disease
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Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial Septal Defect
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Breast Cancer
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Chest Wall Deformity
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Constipation
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
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Esophageal Varices
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Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
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Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
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Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Cancer
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Rib Fracture
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Secondary Malignancies
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Stomach Cancer
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
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Ulcerative Colitis
Ventral Hernia
Ventricular Fibrillation
Aortic Repair
Aortic Valve Surgery
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Atherectomy
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagostomy
Excision
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Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gastrectomy
Gastrotomy
Heart Defect Repair
Hernia Repair
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Mitral Valve Surgery
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Tracheal Surgery
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement/Implantation (TAVR/TAVI)
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Dental Blue 100/200/300
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Nov 08, 2023
Dr. Howard saved my life. He was very friendly and professional. His staff was very polite and helpful.
Michael Knight — Nov 08, 2023
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Meet Dr. Trent Howard, DO

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Thoracic Surgery
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FAQs About Dr. Howard's Practice

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Trent Howard, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Howard's profile.

Dr. Trent Howard, DO is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center South, Shelby Baptist Medical Center and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Trent Howard, DO holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
    2011
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Residency Hospital
  • University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
    2018
Residency Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Trent Howard, DO Practices

  • Marshall Medical Center South

    2505 US Highway 431, Boaz, AL

  • Shelby Baptist Medical Center

    1000 1st St N, Alabaster, AL

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA

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